fisherman Definition
a person who catches fish for a living or as a hobby.
Using fisherman: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fisherman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The fisherman caught a huge salmon.
Example
He is a professional fisherman.
Example
She enjoys fishing as a hobby and considers herself a fisherman.
fisherman Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for fisherman
- angler
- fisher
- fishmonger
- trawler
- fisherman/woman
Phrases with fisherman
fisherman's luck
the unpredictable nature of fishing, where success is not guaranteed and often depends on chance
Example
He caught a big fish on his first try, but then experienced fisherman's luck for the rest of the day.
fisherman's knot
a type of knot used in fishing to tie the line to the hook or lure
Example
He showed me how to tie a fisherman's knot so that my line wouldn't come loose.
fisherman's cottage
a small house or cabin near a body of water, typically used by fishermen for lodging during fishing trips
Example
They rented a fisherman's cottage for the weekend and spent their days fishing on the lake.
Summary: fisherman in Brief
A 'fisherman' [ˈfɪʃəmən] is someone who catches fish either as a profession or as a hobby. It can refer to anyone regardless of gender, although 'fisherperson' or 'fisherwoman/man' can be used in informal settings. The term also includes phrases like 'fisherman's luck,' which describes the unpredictable nature of fishing, and 'fisherman's knot,' which is a type of knot used in fishing.
